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Top 10 Threats Made During Divorce

A divorce can be very trying and contentious under the best of circumstances. Often, the anger spills out as verbal threats intended to intimidate or coerce. The following is a list of common threats that are made by vindictive spouses during divorce. If physical abuse is threatened, please contact …

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Five Steps to Make Divorce as Easy As Possible

Divorce is difficult but you can obtain a better outcome by following these five simple steps. 1) Be as loving as possible with your spouse. A good start can lead to a better outcome. This is divorce step one and it could determine the path of a what could be a very long road. Don't be combative …

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How to Improve Your Credit Score Before a Divorce and Why It’s Important

After your divorce, your credit score can go a long way toward making your transition a little easier or a lot more difficult. Your credit score will come into play if you want to refinance your home to get your ex-husband off the mortgage or if you want to rent an apartment after you’ve moved out. …

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Divorce and Retirement

Divorce after 50 affects your retirement plans significantly. It is the catalyst to a longer tenure at your job. In an ING U.S. study about marriage and money, divorced couples feel more unprepared financially for retirement than those couples who are married. On average, a divorced couple saves …

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Millennials Grow into Divorce Age

We thought it would be worthwhile to look at the millennial generation as it begins hitting its prime marriage (and divorce) years. How is this newest adult generation (born between 1982 and 1997) changing the landscape of marriage and divorce? Cohabitation Instead of Marriage According to the …

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What to Do About Your Rental Properties During a Divorce

Dividing your assets during a divorce doesn’t have to be complicated. Maybe you’re willing to give your husband the dining room set as long as you get to keep the living room furniture. If you and your spouse own rental property, however, things can get a lot more complex. Do you keep properties …

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How to Keep Your Business in a Divorce

Your marriage may be coming to an end, but that doesn’t mean you also have to lose your business. It’s not uncommon for spouses to demand ownership stakes in a business. Can you imagine having to work with your ex to make major business decisions or having him sell his share to a competitor? In a …

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Be Prepared for the First Appointment with Your Divorce Lawyer

Meeting with a divorce lawyer for the first time can be a daunting and stressful experience. Following these guidelines can help ensure that this initial encounter will be as smooth, efficient and productive as possible. Bring Important Documentation Ask the attorney to provide you with a list …

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Will Your Ex-Husband Have to Pay Child Support for His Step-Children?

Your husband may not be biologically related to your children, but he has been like a father to them throughout your marriage. In fact, he might be the only father they’ve ever known. Now that divorce is on the horizon, you may wonder if it is possible to get child support for your children from …

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Ways to Protect Yourself During Divorce

Whether your divorce is a surprise or a long-expected event, there are certain steps you should take at the start of a divorce to protect yourself, your children, and your finances. This is not to say you should empty your bank account or home, but there are reasonable steps you should take to …

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